People of the American Revolution

Although this person originally fought for the colonists, he was later discovered as a traitor when he turned an important fort over to the British.

This person convinced others to sign the Declaration of Independence. He helped set up the U.S. Navy and marines. He signed the Treaty of Paris, ending the American Revolution. He was vice president under Washington before becoming our 2nd president.

This person is credited with writing the Declaration of Independence. He was later elected as the 3rd president of the United States.

This person was a famous inventor, scientist, publisher, philosopher, and leader. He served on a committee to help write the Declaration of Independence, but he was not credit with writing it. He served as a delegate and asked France for help during

This person was known as the вЂњvoice of the American RevolutionвЂќ because he was famous for speaking out against such things as the Stamp Act and the Intolerable Acts. During one of his most famous speeches he said, вЂњGive me liberty or give me de

Why do Americans have a holiday called Independence Day on the 4th of July?

According to the Declaration of Independence, where does the power of governement come from?

The Declaration of Independence said, "All men are created equal". What did this mean to the colonists?

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